Junior Process Engineer

Sustanix; Netherlands; Remote; EUR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sustanix Bioplastic Llp. in the Netherlands is seeking a Process Engineer to bridge innovative R&D concepts and scaled production.

You will design, implement, and refine manufacturing processes that maximize productivity while maintaining the highest quality standards. You will work on process development and optimization, production support, quality and documentation, equipment and process design, and safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering, or Process Engineering.
• Fresher to 1+ years experience in polymer/chemical/coating/adhesive/manufacturing industries preferred.
• Ability to design, implement and refine manufacturing processes.
• Ability to prepare SOPs, batch records, and process flow diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Process Development & Optimization: develop and optimize manufacturing processes for productivity and quality.
• Production Support: troubleshoot process-related issues and ensure smooth operation of equipment.
• Quality & Documentation: prepare SOPs, batch records, and process diagrams; ensure compliance with quality standards and safety regulations.
• Equipment & Process Design: assist in selection and commissioning of process equipment; support extrusion, coating, mixing, reaction, or compounding operations.
• Safety & Compliance: follow EHS guidelines and participate in risk assessment activities.

Skills

Process Development

Process Optimization

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

SOPs documentation

Quality compliance

Education

Chemical Engineering

Polymer Engineering

Process Engineering

Job description

Science can help us transition to a circular economy without cost escalation and it will need a lot of effort and scientific curiosity. Let’s bring that transition together.

Sustanix is a Dutch deeptech chemistry startup developing novel bio-based polymers and formulations by valorising biomass to replace microplastic, synthetic chemicals, and PFAS in coatings, personal care, and water treatment.

Role Overview

As a Process Engineer, you will be the technical bridge between innovative R&D concepts and high-scale production reality. Your primary mission is to design, implement, and refine manufacturing processes that maximize efficiency while maintaining the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Process Development & Optimization

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for improved productivity and quality.
• Monitor process parameters such as temperature, pressure, flow rate, viscosity, and reaction conditions.
• Analyze production data and recommend process improvements.
• Support scale-up activities from laboratory to pilot and commercial production.

Production Support

• Troubleshoot process-related issues during manufacturing.
• Ensure smooth operation of equipment and process systems.
• Reduce production downtime and improve process efficiency.
• Coordinate with production teams for continuous process improvement.

Quality & Documentation

• Prepare SOPs, batch records, process flow diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and safety regulations.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.

Equipment & Process Design

• Assist in selection and commissioning of process equipment.
• Support extrusion, coating, mixing, reaction, or compounding operations as applicable.
• Evaluate new technologies and process modifications.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure safe handling of chemicals and process operations.
• Follow environmental, health, and safety (EHS) guidelines.
• Participate in risk assessment and hazard analysis activities.
  

Required Qualification

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in:

• Chemical Engineering
• Polymer Engineering
• Process Engineering

Experience

• Fresher to 1+ years experience
• Experience in polymer, chemical, coating, adhesive, packaging, or manufacturing industry preferred

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.